Area Medical Health Officer (MHO) - Regina

saskdocs; Regina; On-site; CAD 291,000 - 368,000; Full time

Job summary

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is seeking a Medical Health Officer in Regina. This position offers opportunities for leadership in public health and collaboration with various stakeholders. Candidates must have specialty training and licensure, and will be involved in educational programs at the University of Saskatchewan. Salary ranges from $291,081 to $367,017 annually, aligned with expertise.

Qualifications

• Must have specialty training in public health and/or preventive medicine.
• Eligibility for provisional or regular licensure from CPSS required.
• Preference for candidates with RCPSC certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide MHO services on behalf of the SHA.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team in public health.
• Involve in leadership and teaching components within Public Health.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Analytical Skills

Coaching and Development

Education

Specialty Training in Public Health

Eligibility for Licensure from CPSS

Certification from RCPSC in Public Health and Preventive Medicine

Job description

Area Medical Health Officer (MHO) - Regina

Vacancy # : 2024-25-269164

Number of Vacancies : 1

Vacancy Opening For : Specialist

Employment Type : Permanent

Employment Term : Full Time

Posting Date : October 17, 2024

Closing Date : March 3, 2025 23 : 59

Hours of Work : Shift Information : Days

37.50 hours per 1 week rotation

Method of Payment Description : Remuneration is OOS employment and benefits and aligned with the provincial MHO compensation grid with an approximate annual full-time salary of $291,081 to $367,017 depending on training and experience. Please note that on-call duties are part of the position, and payment for these duties is separate.

Job Description

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) invites qualified physicians to apply for the position of Medical Health Officer (MHO). The successful applicant will join the SHA clinical Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine (PHPM), and a team of public health physicians providing MHO services on behalf of the SHA in collaboration with other PHPM specialists at the Ministry of Health, partner organizations, and in academia. They will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team providing public health services to a defined geographic area within the province with the potential for leadership in a core functional area of public health at the regional or provincial level. As well, there is the potential for academic work.

MHOs are designated by the Minister of Health and have legislated authorities and duties under The Public Health Act of Saskatchewan. SHA MHOs work on behalf of the populations of specified Health Networks and fulfill their responsibilities primarily at the area level, with opportunities to contribute to provincial-level public health programs in a specialty area of interest.

The clinical Department and Academic Division of PHPM combine service, research, and teaching components, and deliver an accredited PHPM residency training program, while also providing education at the undergraduate, graduate, and post-doctoral levels. The successful applicant is dedicated to learning and is a partner in the growing educational needs of Saskatchewan’s public health workforce and has the potential to be appointed as medical faculty at the University of Saskatchewan, College of Medicine.

Job Qualifications

Successful candidates for the above position will have specialty training in public health and / or preventive medicine and be eligible for provisional or regular licensure from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS). Preference will be given to candidates who hold certification or are eligible for certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) in Public Health and Preventive Medicine.

This individual should be a team player, be able to interact effectively with members of the public, clients, colleagues, staff, and management, and function well in a high-volume environment with a commitment to the provision of high-quality patient, family, and community-centered care.

Beyond meeting the specialty training qualifications and eligibility for Saskatchewan licensure, additional training in a public health and preventive medicine sub-specialty area of interest could be an asset. Experience working in a team-based setting including co-leadership (dyad leadership) roles and relationships is required. Travel within the province of Saskatchewan is required. Valid Class 5 driver’s license or equivalent means of timely travel responses.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the health care system in Saskatchewan and across Canada
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and applicable laws
• Has demonstrated ability to coach and develop others
• Has demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Has demonstrated strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism, and personal integrity
• Promotes innovation, guides change, and is committed to continuous improvement
• Has a proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders, including the community, to balance the needs and interests of these diverse groups while maintaining alignment with strategic priorities
• Demonstrates commitment to a diverse, culturally competent, and culturally safe health system and representative workforce
• Mobilizes people, inspires, and leads by example
• Is committed to delivering on patient, family, and community-centered care
• Is committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement striving towards zero harm

Additional Information

The SHA is committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive and culturally responsive workforce. We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action. We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Metis people.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) requires a criminal record check (CRC) from every potential SHA team member. The CRC must be dated within the past six (6) months and be satisfactory to the SHA. A vulnerable sector check (VSC) is required for individuals providing patient / resident / client care to vulnerable persons. Internal candidates may be required to provide a CRC and / or VSC during the recruitment and selection process.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; in accordance with immigration requirements, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

Expected Start Date : March 3, 2025

This posting will remain open until filled.

To apply, please follow the instructions in this link.